POPULAREssential Turkey: Istanbul & Cappadocia
Istanbul, Cappadocia
The perfect first taste of Turkey: imperial Istanbul with a private historian guide, then sunrise balloons over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys.
6 days from $3,487
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Discover story-worthy travel moments on private, tailor-made journeys designed by destination experts: in Turkey, across Europe, Africa, Asia and beyond. Every itinerary is built around the moments you will still be telling stories about years later.
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POPULARTurkey & Greece in Style: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Athens & Santorini (12 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Athens, Santorini
The two-country classic: Istanbul's imperial skyline, Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, the Acropolis and three caldera nights in Oia, all privately guided.
12 days from $6,950
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POPULARClassic Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
The definitive 9-day Greek vacation: guided Athens, whitewashed Mykonos and a Santorini catamaran sunset, with every transfer handled.
9 days from $7,500
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POPULAREssential Portugal: Lisbon, Sintra & Porto
Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, Douro Valley
Tiled hills, palace follies and port-lodge tastings: Portugal's golden triangle with a Douro Valley finale.
8 days from $6,650
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POPULARCape Town, Winelands & Kruger Safari
Cape Town, Franschhoek, Sabi Sands
Table Mountain mornings, Franschhoek tasting rooms and Big Five game drives in Sabi Sands' private reserves.
10 days from $7,480
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POPULARClassic Kenya: Masai Mara & Amboseli
Nairobi, Amboseli, Masai Mara
Elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, big cats of the Mara and a balloon at dawn: Kenya's essential safari.
8 days from $7,750
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POPULARImperial China: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
The Great Wall, the Terracotta Army and the Bund's neon skyline: five millennia at bullet-train speed.
9 days from $6,850
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POPULAREssential Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
A perfect introduction to Greece's iconic city and islands: the Acropolis with a private guide, Mykonos' windmills and Santorini's caldera sunsets.
9 days from $7,983
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Where Will We Take You?
Europe
Ancient capitals, island escapes and timeless coastlines
Turkey · Greece · Italy · Spain · France · Portugal · Switzerland
Asia
Temples, tea houses and futuristic skylines
Japan · China · Thailand · Bali
Africa
Pharaohs, kasbahs and desert horizons
Egypt · Morocco · Botswana · South Africa · Kenya · Tanzania
North America
National parks, city icons and coastal drives
United States
Latin America
Lost cities, rainforests and living cultures
Peru
Oceania
Reef, rainforest and harbor cities
Australia
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Guest Satisfaction
68%
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Guests who came home without a story to tell: zero. We checked.
Verified Reviews
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Best Trip And Guide
hello Hulya I wanted to thank you so much you and your Team. Our honeymoon in Greece was memorable and enjoyable ..What an amazing honeymoon...very great choice of hotels and drivers our Tour Guide , drivers were very prompt, professional , well educated .also the cars were very luxurious we love food and Santorini night life and winery tours getting the cooking class and join a lot of activities first time i worked travel agency in my life and i m so happy ..i will be in touch with you our next trip and will recommend you and your service to all my family and friends talk to you soon Jimmy and Henna
Wonderful Honeymoon
hello June destiantion is Greece and Turkey June and her staff are amazing. did a phenomenal job planning our honeymoon! She booked Greece and Turkey combination honeymoon tour package for us Every detail was thoughtfully planned out. They were easy to reach and responded quickly with any questions we had. Highly recommend her service , Had never booked with a travel agent before and after our experience we will never go back to booking a vacation on our own. Our hotels' rooms are updated .Can't say enough good things about Elite Turkey tours Janet and Connor
This trip was awesome
Hi Hulya I hope you are doing well ?? We enjoyed Turkey so much, especially the people, culture, sights and of course the food! For our anniversary, we had dinner overlooking the sea at sunset.Our Tour guide in Istanbul was wonderful we liked the Bosporus cruise dinner and Cappadocia wine tours All transfers and tours were professionally organized, and We were so impressed with the facilities, service, and the welcoming nature of the staff. I just wanted to write you a note and say thank you for everything you did to help us with our trip to Turkey The trip was absolutely amazing and perfect and was the best 12 days of my life so far! So thank you so much again, you and your team are amazing and we hope to work with you again in the future. will need your services again :) I hope you have a great Friday Debi and Fredd
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Elite Turkey Tours different from other luxury tour companies?
Elite Turkey Tours specializes in custom luxury travel experiences, private guided tours, and tailor-made itineraries. Unlike standard travel agencies, we design fully personalized journeys using destination experts, local insights, and first-hand travel knowledge to ensure unique, high-end travel experiences.
What destinations do you specialize in?
We design luxury travel experiences across Turkey and worldwide destinations, including Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Our expertise includes Turkey luxury tours, cultural heritage tours, private guided vacations, and multi-country itineraries.
Are your tours private or group-based?
Most of our trips are private luxury tours, meaning your itinerary is designed exclusively for you. This ensures a more personalized, flexible, and comfortable VIP travel experience with private guides and custom scheduling.
How long has Elite Turkey Tours been in business?
Elite Turkey Tours was established over 25 years ago, specializing in luxury bespoke travel planning, private guided tours, and custom vacation experiences for travelers seeking unique and memorable journeys.
Why should I book with Elite Turkey Tours?
Booking with Elite Turkey Tours means you receive expert-designed luxury tailor-made itineraries, access to exclusive travel experiences and local insights, personalized service from experienced travel specialists, seamless planning and VIP travel support from start to finish, and a focus on comfort, quality, and unforgettable travel experiences.
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